Legend has it that when Maharana Udia Singh was out hunting he came upon a sadhu by the side of a lake. The king sought his blessings upon which the sadju advised him to build his capital near the lake. And so, in 1559 the beautiful Lake Palace was born shifting the Rajput Kings here from Chittaurgarh. Some writers have called Udaipur “the most romantic spot on the continent of India.”
Stepping out of this history frame for a moment, we must bare in mind most of the Rajas’ Palaces in India have been converted into Hotels. This was done, advice given them from Jackie Kennedy. Thanks to Jackie, I have been able not only tour Maharajas’ Palaces but stay over night in couple of them. And, all are breath taking with their rich marble floors and carvings in keeping with their history and culture. Their native traditional dress adds to the beauty and history to all their Palaces.
For those who have seen 007 Octopussy will see a part of that film taken on Lake Palace grounds. We (that is Eric & I) met one of Lake Palace Hotel employees who took a wee part in this movie. He was a tall handsome Rajput with his waxed handlebar moustache, sharing his excitement as an actor in one of Hollywood’s top movies, with us.
On our return to Texas, Eric replayed that tape and sure enough there stood our friend we met at Lake Palace Hotel, Udaipur, tall and handsome as ever. My advise to all is to go into Search and type in Lake Palace Hotel, Udaipur and view the photos on this Hotel. I can see someone is thinking about a visit to Lake Palace, Udahipur, you will never regret it.
Yes, there is a so much history here. The service at this hotel is A+ and what a resting place. Their swimming pool area, the rooms, their lobby, patios and restaurants are one of a kind. You are living the Rajput style dating back centuries in this beautiful Palace floating on a lake.
Needless to say I have several photo albums of my travels but the ones on India rank number one for me. I should mention that their colourful unique stationary blends in with the time period to each of these Palace Hotels.
Hope you enjoyed our short visit to the beautiful Lake Palace Hotel, Udahipur India.
Would love to hear from others who have stayed at Lake Palace Hotel, in Udahipur, India.
God bless
Clare
To be continued on Part Three
2 comments:
The floating patio pictures are stunning, both daytime and at night.
This looks like an amazing place. Beautiful photo also.
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